Police made five arrests and seized three bikes plus a late model car as members of the Tribesmen Motorcycle Club rode through Northland to celebrate their 30th anniversary today.
A team of 36 police officers set up a checkpoint near Oakleigh Service Station, south of Whangarei about noon and intercepted the convoy.
Those arrested were charged with possession of cannabis, breach of bail and two were found to be disqualified from driving and another failed a roadside drug test.
Officers checked riders had the correct licences and their vehicles were warranted and registered. About 19 tickets were dished out for driving and vehicle offences. Cars were also stopped and searched.
The riders were on their way to a property near Lake Ohia, 35km north-east of Kaitaia, where police believe they were celebrating the club's 30th anniversary.
- By Kristin Edge of the Northern Advocate
